1953 Ford Popular vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 395 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Popular | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Popular | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
