2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Fabia | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
