1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair.
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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Corsair | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
