2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
