1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
Model | Horizon | Fabia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |