1999 Honda Today vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 436 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Today | Fabia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |