1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Skoda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
