2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 531 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Publica 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 1970 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |
