2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1976 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. Both 2005 Skoda Fabia and 1976 Toyota Corona are equipped with a 1,968 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona.

Because 1976 Toyota Corona 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Skoda Fabia 1976 Toyota Corona
Make Skoda Toyota
Model Fabia Corona
Year Released 2005 1976
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2590 mm


 

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