1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 575 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 35 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |