1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar Kensington | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | Kensington | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
