1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1962 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Skoda Octavia (41 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 475 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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, 1962 Skoda Octavia (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 500 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
