1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 1800 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
