2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 438 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
