2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Strada | Fabia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |