1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 Plymouth GTX. 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth GTX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Plymouth GTX 2004 Skoda Fabia
Make Plymouth Skoda
Model GTX Fabia
Year Released 1968 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 375 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.7 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.3 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1597 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 45 L


 

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