2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Crown 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 1967 Toyota Crown. 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
