1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 256 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Ascona | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
