2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Fabia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
