1993 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen BX (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen BX | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | BX | Fabia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |