1970 GAZ Volga vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1970 GAZ Volga 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 GAZ Volga. 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | GAZ | Skoda |
| Model | Volga | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
