1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 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 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3530 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
