1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 299 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Fabia |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |