1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Skoda Octavia (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 1959 Skoda Octavia (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 133 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
