1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 29 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 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 706 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | Seville | Felicia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 30 L |