2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1962 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 1962 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 30 L |
