1983 Maserati 420 vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1983 Maserati 420 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati 420 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 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 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati 420 | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | 420 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |