1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1959 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Skoda Octavia (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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, 1959 Skoda Octavia (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 600 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |