1965 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (61 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Campagnola 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Campagnola | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Campagnola | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
