1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda Octavia (44 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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, 1968 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 500 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 27 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 30 L |