1996 Ford Probe 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 Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1996 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Probe | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
