1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Skoda Octavia (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Seicento | Octavia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |