1959 Jaguar MK IX 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 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 502 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK IX 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 Jaguar MK IX. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK IX | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | MK IX | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
