1962 Rover P5 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1962 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Rover P5 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | P5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
