Czechoslovakia vs Czech Republic — 1987 vs 2003
| Favorit 136 L | Fabia RS vRS 1.9 TDI | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 63 hp | 130 hp |
| Torque | 74 lb-ft | 229 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,289 cc | 1,896 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 15.0 sec | 9.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 95 mph | 127 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 19.5 sec | 17.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,028 lbs | 2,668 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2,462 mm |
| Length | 3,995 mm | 3,975 mm |
| Units Produced | 783,167 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $10,000 | $18,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 4/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1987 Skoda Favorit 136 L brings lighter weight, stronger collectibility, better value to the table, and the 2003 Skoda Fabia RS vRS 1.9 TDI answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Skoda has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1987 Skoda Favorit 136 L with the 2003 Skoda Fabia RS vRS 1.9 TDI highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 2003 Skoda Fabia RS vRS 1.9 TDI holds a clear advantage in raw power with 130 hp compared to 63 hp, a 67-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Skoda Favorit uses a Inline-4 OHV displacing 1,289 cc, while the Skoda Fabia RS relies on a Inline-4 SOHC Turbodiesel with 1,896 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2003 Skoda Fabia RS vRS 1.9 TDI edges ahead at 9.0 seconds versus 15.0 seconds. The Skoda Favorit carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 640 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.