2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Octavia | Strada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
