1962 Skoda Felicia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 50 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 457 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 1962 Skoda Felicia 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 1962 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda Felicia | 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Felicia | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
