1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1959 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 214 kg more than 1959 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, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | 170 V | Octavia |
Year Released | 1946 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |