1966 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 625 kg more than 1966 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Octavia | Croma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
