Skoda Octavia 1997 vs Fiat Tipo 2016
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 101 HP | 110 HP | |
| Torque: | 145 NM | 152 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds | |
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Fiat Tipo is a more dynamic driving. Skoda Octavia engine produces 9 HP less power than Fiat Tipo, whereas torque is 7 NM less than Fiat Tipo. Due to the lower power, Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 3.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 | 6.3 | |
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The Fiat Tipo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Skoda Octavia consumes 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Fiat Tipo, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Octavia could require 330 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 45 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 640 km in combined cycle | 710 km in combined cycle | |
| 820 km on highway | 900 km on highway | ||
| Fiat Tipo gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Skoda Octavia 1997 1.6 engine: This is a simple and reliable engine with an impressive lifespan when properly maintained. However, many of its issues stem from air leaks, so checking hoses and the intake manifold is essential. The ignition ... More about Skoda Octavia 1997 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.51 m | 4.53 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.50 m | |
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Skoda Octavia is smaller. Skoda Octavia is 2 cm shorter than the Fiat Tipo, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 528 litres | 520 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 0.1 metres less than that of the Fiat Tipo. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`765 kg | 1`705 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`220 kg | 1`205 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 545 kg | 500 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | low | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 6000 | |
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