2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1962 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 885 kg more than 1962 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 1962 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Silverado | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
