2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1979 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 1979 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |