2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 572 kg more than 1969 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sportage | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
