1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Skoda |
| Model | Longchamp | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
