2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 65 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 201 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 | 1200 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
