2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1962 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara II weights approximately 82 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 1962 Skoda Felicia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara II | 1962 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Samara II | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
