2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
