2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 377 kg more than 1961 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 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Solstice | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Solstice | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1221 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 30 L |
