1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Barchetta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
