2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Skoda Fabia (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Fabia | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
