1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 70 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
