2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
