1962 Skoda Felicia vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 645 kg more than 1962 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda Felicia | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Felicia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
