1959 Rover P5 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P5 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | P5 | Fabia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |