2005 Mazda Demio vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Because 1967 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 1967 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Demio, 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 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Demio | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Demio | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
