2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Spider | Fabia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |