2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Octavia | Renown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
