2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Doblo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
