1992 Seat Toledo vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1992 Seat Toledo is newer by 29 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Seat Toledo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Seat Toledo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Seat Toledo, 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, 1992 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Toledo | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Toledo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
