1958 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Consul 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Consul | Octavia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |