2004 Honda Fit vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 1999 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Fit | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
