2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,196 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
