1960 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | 7 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
