1971 Renault 17 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Renault 17.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault 17 (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 17 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 17 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
