1990 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 29 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
