2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fabia | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
