1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1965 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Skoda Octavia (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 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, 1965 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 600 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |