1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Caprice | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
