2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 371 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
