2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 365 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Skoda | Wartburg |
| Model | Octavia | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
