2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | 156 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |