1998 Seat Toledo vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Fabia (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 96 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo. 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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Toledo | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Toledo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
