1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 339 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Corsair | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
