1976 Seat 124 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 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
