2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 223 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
