1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 112 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Giulietta | Fabia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |