1956 AC Ace vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 401 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Ace | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
