1999 Honda Insight vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Insight | Fabia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |