1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 49 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
