1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,420 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2002 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Charade | Fabia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |