2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1988 Venturi Coupe 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 1988 Venturi Coupe. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Skoda | Venturi |
| Model | Fabia | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
