1981 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 80 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
