1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Skoda Octavia (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1971 Skoda Octavia (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 126 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 30 L |
