1983 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Phoenix | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
