2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 44 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 825 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Thunderbird | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Thunderbird | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |