1994 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. 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 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
