1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 600 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.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2000 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Seicento | Octavia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |