2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, both 2007 Skoda Fabia and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 195 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 GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fabia | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
