1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
