1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Punto | Octavia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3530 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |