1984 Rover Vitesse vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Rover Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Rover Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Rover Vitesse | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Vitesse | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
