2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
