1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 43 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 34 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.

Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Coupe 2008 Skoda Octavia
Make Fiat Skoda
Model Coupe Octavia
Year Released 1965 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2277 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 55 L


 

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