1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1953 AC 2-Litre 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 1953 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | 2-Litre | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
