1963 Skoda Felicia vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,324 cc, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 437 kg more than 1963 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Skoda Felicia | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Felicia | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2324 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
