1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | 109 | Fabia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |