2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
