2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 560 kg more than 1962 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Mustang | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |