2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Because 1974 Toyota Celica 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 1974 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
