1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 845 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 1300 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
