2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1966 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 39 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 1966 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Exige | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |