2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Octavia | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
Model | Octavia | Victor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |