1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 865 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 750 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
