2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1963 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S2000 | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | S2000 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |