1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Lancer | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
