1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Maverick | Fabia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |