1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 196 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Skoda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
