1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Skoda |
Model | Tickford | Fabia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |