1995 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 34 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 185 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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1995 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
