2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 102 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
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 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
