2002 Lada 2123 vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | 2123 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
