1996 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 251 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 275 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 Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (556 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
