2007 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 48 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 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 778 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1089 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
