1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1953 Austin A 110 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 1953 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 110 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
