1957 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin Princess 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 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2001 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1957 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Princess | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2580 mm |
