2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 215 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Silverado | Felicia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 30 L |