2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 9 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 2005 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
