1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 441 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Camaro | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
