2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1963 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | SSR | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
