1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 120 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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, 1996 Honda Ballade (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Ballade | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 30 L |