1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 762 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
