1958 Ford Popular vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 395 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 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 (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 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 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Popular | Fabia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |