1965 Fiat Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Coupe 2005 Skoda Octavia
Make Fiat Skoda
Model Coupe Octavia
Year Released 1965 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2277 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 55 L