1994 Seat Toledo vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 33 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 90 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, 1994 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, 1994 Seat Toledo (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Toledo | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Toledo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 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 |
