1985 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 100 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
