1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 1000 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
