1997 Skoda Felicia vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 2 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
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, 1980 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Felicia | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Felicia | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
