2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
Model | Fabia | i20 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2525 mm |