1996 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | CRX | Fabia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |