2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Octavia | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
