1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1971 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Skoda Octavia (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 Fiat 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, 1971 Skoda Octavia (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 500 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |