1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 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, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Skoda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
