1958 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Ford 17 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 1958 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ford 17 2007 Skoda Fabia
Make Ford Skoda
Model 17 Fabia
Year Released 1958 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1698 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 129 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.6 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.1:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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