2005 Audi TT vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | TT | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |
