1998 Skoda Felicia vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1998 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Felicia. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1998 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1998 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Skoda Felicia | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Skoda | Fiat |
Model | Felicia | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2301 mm |