1993 Daihatsu Charade 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 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 347 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
