1960 Austin 7 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 42 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 775 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | 7 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |
