1952 Nissan Sports vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1962 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Skoda Octavia (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Skoda Octavia (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sports | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1089 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
