1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 130 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
