2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
