1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 3 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Cabriolet | Octavia |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |