2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Skoda | Pontiac |
| Model | Fabia | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
