1997 Skoda Felicia vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Felicia | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Felicia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
