1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat Dino | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Dino | Octavia |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |