1963 Austin Princess vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 880 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1963 Austin Princess 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 1963 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | Princess | Octavia |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2520 mm |