1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Innocenti Elba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Skoda |
| Model | Elba | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
