1959 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 368 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Fabia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |