2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Strada | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
