2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2008 Morgan Aero 8 and 2008 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Morgan | Skoda |
| Model | Aero 8 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 15.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
