2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fabia | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
