2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. Both 2005 Skoda Fabia and 1999 Volkswagen Lupo are equipped with a 1,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 221 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
