2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Fabia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
