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Skoda Octavia 1.6

General information

ModelSkoda Octavia 1.6
Year1997
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating54 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power102.00 PS (75 kW or 101 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque144.00 Nm (14.7 kgf-m or 106.2 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke72.1 x 77.4 mm (2.8 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0857 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1190 kg (2,623.5 pounds)
Overall length4520 mm (178.0 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originCzech Republic
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