2007 BMW 116 vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 46 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 285 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 116 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
