1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 130 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
