1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 27 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 46 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ginetta G33 | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ginetta | Skoda |
Model | G33 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |