Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport '05

Hunter · 16-04-2008, 01:01

I have recently purchased the Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport (75Bhp).

The question may sound silly but what is the difference between the 75Bhp 1.4 16v engine and the 100Bhp 1.4 16v engine?

If it is only the ECU, can the 75Bhp chip be replaced with a 100Bhp chip?

If this is possible, what would be a respectable price for such a mod?

I also need to know whether the Green Panel filter will fit my engine, my plan is to fit a panel filter and run a length of induction hosing to force cold air into the engine. Do you think this is a more worthwhile idea than buying an Induction Kit?

Thanks in advance

Ooo Eye-Candy for any one that wants to look at my investment

17" Octy wheels with Eagle F1s on front (Rears from the Octy, fronts were bald) - £120

Rear half window tint - £180

GlacierNR · 16-04-2008, 02:01

the ecu for the euro4 100hp version comes with a nice accelerator pedal lag. You might want to look into a remap of your current ecu instead. Petrol, non-turbo remaps are pretty scarce, but if you do a search on here I think you will find something.

Offerman · 16-04-2008, 07:32

Replacing the ECU is likely to be a large expensive job, and I don't really think it would be very easy. A remap however is within easy bounds - but I canne imagine you achieving 25BHP from a remap. Normally-Aspirated Petrols rarly get more then 5BHP in a remap. Why however, I am not sure.

ap0gee · 16-04-2008, 09:05

Clicky linky - all will be revealed!

Babs · 16-04-2008, 09:20

This was the most asked question on Club Lupo lol

Hunter · 16-04-2008, 19:31

I emailed Skoda and this is the reply I received.

"I have spoken to our Technical Support department and I can confirm that it is not possible to modify the engine to increase the BHP of your vehicle, due to the complex nature of the internal mechanical components"
So theres my answer, without changing internals, 100BHP isn't a possibility

I have got a Pipercross Intake on the way from my local Halfords and a local garage told me they can get in contact with Blueflame for an exhaust system.

Never mind, from the other thread that was linked the 75Bhp engine is actually quicker in lower revs.. That's good enough for me as I don't go much past 80Mph on the motorway any way

cjb · 17-04-2008, 12:59

One of the bigger differences with the 100 is the cams apparently. The power/torque figures show what it's like to drive- we have a Lupo with it, and it's adequate at low revs, then shifts when the revs are up.

Skodaboy1983 · 17-04-2008, 13:03

Hunter - Just to say car is looking good mate.

16-04-2008, 01:01	#1
Hunter Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chatham Posts: 25 Thanks: 5 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport '05 I have recently purchased the Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport (75Bhp). The question may sound silly but what is the difference between the 75Bhp 1.4 16v engine and the 100Bhp 1.4 16v engine? If it is only the ECU, can the 75Bhp chip be replaced with a 100Bhp chip? If this is possible, what would be a respectable price for such a mod? I also need to know whether the Green Panel filter will fit my engine, my plan is to fit a panel filter and run a length of induction hosing to force cold air into the engine. Do you think this is a more worthwhile idea than buying an Induction Kit? Thanks in advance Ooo Eye-Candy for any one that wants to look at my investment 17" Octy wheels with Eagle F1s on front (Rears from the Octy, fronts were bald) - £120 Rear half window tint - £180 __________________ 05 Fabia Sport - 17" vRS Alloys - Lowered 35mm - OEM Leather 3 spoke sports wheel, gear stick gaitor & hand brake lever - OEM Sports seats front and rear - OEM 6 CD Changer - Pipercross Induction - Side and rear window decals

16-04-2008, 02:01	#2
GlacierNR Briskodian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Medellin, Colombia Posts: 227 Thanks: 1 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport '05 the ecu for the euro4 100hp version comes with a nice accelerator pedal lag. You might want to look into a remap of your current ecu instead. Petrol, non-turbo remaps are pretty scarce, but if you do a search on here I think you will find something.

16-04-2008, 07:32	#3
Offerman Briskodian Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 236 Thanks: 3 Thanked 20 Times in 19 Posts	Re: Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport '05 Replacing the ECU is likely to be a large expensive job, and I don't really think it would be very easy. A remap however is within easy bounds - but I canne imagine you achieving 25BHP from a remap. Normally-Aspirated Petrols rarly get more then 5BHP in a remap. Why however, I am not sure. __________________ 2007 Fabia vRS - Cruise Control, Metallic Paint

16-04-2008, 09:05	#4
ap0gee ASZ Eternal Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Leafy Chesh-shire Posts: 6,287 Thanks: 302 Thanked 303 Times in 262 Posts	Re: Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport '05 Clicky linky - all will be revealed! __________________

16-04-2008, 09:20	#5
Babs Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newport/Preston Posts: 3,772 Thanks: 123 Thanked 111 Times in 100 Posts	Re: Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport '05 This was the most asked question on Club Lupo lol __________________ - Andrew

16-04-2008, 19:31	#6
Hunter Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chatham Posts: 25 Thanks: 5 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport '05 I emailed Skoda and this is the reply I received. "I have spoken to our Technical Support department and I can confirm that it is not possible to modify the engine to increase the BHP of your vehicle, due to the complex nature of the internal mechanical components" So theres my answer, without changing internals, 100BHP isn't a possibility I have got a Pipercross Intake on the way from my local Halfords and a local garage told me they can get in contact with Blueflame for an exhaust system. Never mind, from the other thread that was linked the 75Bhp engine is actually quicker in lower revs.. That's good enough for me as I don't go much past 80Mph on the motorway any way __________________ 05 Fabia Sport - 17" vRS Alloys - Lowered 35mm - OEM Leather 3 spoke sports wheel, gear stick gaitor & hand brake lever - OEM Sports seats front and rear - OEM 6 CD Changer - Pipercross Induction - Side and rear window decals

17-04-2008, 12:59	#7
cjb Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Walsall Posts: 1,302 Thanks: 61 Thanked 71 Times in 68 Posts	Re: Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport '05 One of the bigger differences with the 100 is the cams apparently. The power/torque figures show what it's like to drive- we have a Lupo with it, and it's adequate at low revs, then shifts when the revs are up. __________________ The Devil may care, but I don't mind.

17-04-2008, 13:03	#8
Skodaboy1983 SICKBOY! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Midlothian/Fife Posts: 7,511 Thanks: 235 Thanked 191 Times in 186 Posts	Re: Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sport '05 Hunter - Just to say car is looking good mate. __________________ 59.7MPG 05 Lemon Yellow Fabia vRS, PD160, Green cotton filter, Stripes and B pilar Graphics, Cupra Splitter, Aero Wipers, Rear Number plate surround, silvertec indicators, and led side lights

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