2008 Skoda Fabia vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Fabia | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
