1957 AC Ace vs. 1964 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1964 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 76 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1964 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Ace | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
