1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Prefect | Octavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |