2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1965 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 1965 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos, 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, 2006 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Atos | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
