2000 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia.

Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A4 1959 Skoda Octavia
Make Audi Skoda
Model A4 Octavia
Year Released 2000 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1089 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 69 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 75 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2410 mm


 

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