1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 70 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
