2004 Honda FR-V vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 41 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 775 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V, 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | FR-V | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
