1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Octavia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 735 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1999 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 500 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
