1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Abarth | Skoda |
Model | 1000 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |