2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
Because 1962 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 1962 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C3 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
