2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1962 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 544 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1962 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Bonneville | Felicia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 74 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |