2006 Opel Tigra vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2006 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Tigra | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
