1979 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
