2001 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Punto and 2001 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Fiat Punto. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Punto | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Punto | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |