2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Seicento | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
