2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Octavia | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
