1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 755 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 1300 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
