1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 620 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Anglia 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 1955 Ford Anglia. 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 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Anglia | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Anglia | Octavia |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |