1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1975 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 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, 1975 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 34 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124.
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, 1975 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
