1981 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Fabia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |