2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Laputa 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 47 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 396 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Laputa | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Laputa | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
