2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 375 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
