1979 Nissan Skyline vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1979 Nissan Skyline 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 1979 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Skyline | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Skyline | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
