1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 90 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
