1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Sunbird | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
