1993 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser.
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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Laser | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
