1997 Honda Today vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Today | Fabia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |