1989 Honda Concerto 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 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Concerto | Fabia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |