2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
