2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 139 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Skoda | Fiat |
Model | Fabia | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |