1968 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2000 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
