1997 Skoda Felicia vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda.
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, 1997 Skoda Felicia (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Felicia | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Felicia | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
