2004 Seat Altea vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea, 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 Seat Altea (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Altea | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Altea | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |