1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda Octavia | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Skoda | Fiat |
Model | Octavia | 130 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |