2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
