2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 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 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, 1996 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Fabia | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Fabia | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |