2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 14 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Celica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |