1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Skoda | Ford |
Model | Octavia | Ka |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |