2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
