1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 90 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |