2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Fabia | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
