1994 Rover 400 vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 400 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
