1996 Skoda Felicia vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Felicia | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Felicia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
