2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 385 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Strada | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 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 | 1305 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
