2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
