1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Cortina | Fabia |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |