1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Festiva | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
