1996 Skoda Felicia vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 15 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (146 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 2011 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Felicia | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Felicia | Croma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
