1993 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 266 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (145 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Ibiza | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
