2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2007 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Seicento | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
