2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fabia | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
