2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1962 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 1962 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
