1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 152 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
