1958 AC Ace vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 39 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 2 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 371 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | AC | Skoda |
Model | Ace | Octavia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |