1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 39 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 34 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Greyhound | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
