2003 Mini One vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Mini One.
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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mini One | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Mini | Skoda |
Model | One | Fabia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |