1993 Renault Express 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 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 415 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Express | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
