1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 106 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 1968 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Commodore | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
