1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1978 Fiat 126 is newer by 8 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Skoda Octavia (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 387 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. 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, 1970 Skoda Octavia (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 126 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
