1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 815 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 500 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
