1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 259 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
