1991 Rover 400 vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 1991 Rover 400 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 400 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
