1957 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 436 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Anglia 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 1957 Ford Anglia. 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Anglia | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Anglia | Fabia |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |