1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 744 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 600 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |