1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Festiva | Fabia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |