1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 351 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Vedette | Octavia |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |