2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Steyr G-series (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Steyr G-series weights approximately 920 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 1996 Steyr G-series 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, 1996 Steyr G-series 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, 1996 Steyr G-series (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1996 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Skoda | Steyr |
| Model | Fabia | G-series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
