1998 Acura Integra vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra. 1998 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | Integra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
