1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GTA | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
