1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 528 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Anglia | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Anglia | Octavia |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |