2010 Lada Kalina vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 9 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
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 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina. 2001 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lada Kalina | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Kalina | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
