1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 485 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. 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 (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 700 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
