2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1964 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 916 kg more than 1964 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 1964 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | Seville | Felicia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |