1996 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 626 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
