1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 176 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Barchetta | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
