2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
