1996 Fiat Duna 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 Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Duna | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |