2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
