2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
