1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 288 kg more than 1989 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Festiva | Fabia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |