2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Proton Arena.
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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Proton Arena | |
Make | Skoda | Proton |
Model | Fabia | Arena |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |