2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (63 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
