2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1962 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 1962 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Palio | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |