1978 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
