1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 246 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Taunus 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 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Taunus | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
