1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 208 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 40 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 30 L |