1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Indigo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
