2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
