1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 276 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Fairlady | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
