1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Skoda |
Model | Silver Spirit | Fabia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |