1958 AC Ace vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1962 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 26 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | AC | Skoda |
Model | Ace | Octavia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |