2000 Opel Speedster vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Because 2000 Opel Speedster 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 2000 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Speedster | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Speedster | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
