2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
