1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (67 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 261 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Skoda |
| Model | Sprite | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
