1962 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 585 kg more than 1962 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Skoda Octavia 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 1962 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Octavia | Croma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
