1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 123 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 55 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
