2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Coupe | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |