1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 70 | Fabia |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |