1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 254 kg more than 1991 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Festiva | Fabia |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |