1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Concerto | Fabia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |