2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph 2000 (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Fabia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
