1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 31 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 296 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Fabia |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |