1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1970 Fiat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 124 | 1000 MB |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 89 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |