1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Greyhound | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
