2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 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. Both 2005 Seat Ibiza and 2001 Skoda Fabia are equipped with a 1,422 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Ibiza | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Ibiza | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
