2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Skoda | Venturi |
| Model | Fabia | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
