1993 Rover 800 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 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 800 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
