2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Skoda | Smart |
| Model | Fabia | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
