1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
