1962 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 647 kg more than 1962 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ford Anglia. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Anglia | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Anglia | Octavia |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |