1985 Renault Siete vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1985 Renault Siete is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Siete (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete.
Because 1963 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Renault Siete (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Siete | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Siete | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
