2002 Skoda Fabia vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 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, 1983 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Fabia | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
