2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
