1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Taunus | Fabia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |