1959 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 478 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra, 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, 2010 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Skoda | Opel |
| Model | Octavia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
