1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 600 kg more than 1955 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sports | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1968 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
