2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fabia | 156 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
