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Skoda Rapid vs Lada Vesta: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data — no editorial review of this pair yet.

Skoda Rapid

Skoda · 1984–1990

Rapid Typ 743 / 747

Power
43 kW58 PS
Top speed
153 km/h
Kerb mass
—

Version spec sheet

Lada Vesta

Lada · 2015–present

Vesta

C PI 481

Power
78 kW106 PS
Top speed
—
Kerb mass
1,190 kg

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

  • City Rapid Typ 743 / 747 Length: 4,200 mm vs 4,410 mm; Width: 1,610 mm vs 1,764 mm

In plain words

Lada Vesta has more power: 78 kW (106 PS) against 43 kW (58 PS) for Skoda Rapid. Lada Vesta is 210 mm longer than Skoda Rapid (4,410 mm vs 4,200 mm). Skoda Rapid is the older design (from 1935); Lada Vesta arrived in 2015. Lada Vesta is still in production; Skoda Rapid is not. On the catalog figures, the Skoda Rapid is the pick for city. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Skoda Rapid yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Size and weight

Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.

Rapid Typ 743 / 747 · Vesta
0 m1 m2 m3 m4 m5 m1 m0 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ft6 ft7 ft8 ft9 ft10 ft11 ft12 ft13 ft14 ft15 ft16 ft17 ft18 ft19 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ftWheelbase 2,400 mmWheelbase 7 ft 10 inLength 4,200 mmLength 13 ft 9 in1,380 mm4 ft 6 inWheelbase 2,635 mmWheelbase 8 ft 8 inLength 4,410 mmLength 14 ft 6 in1,497 mm4 ft 11 in
Rapid Typ 743 / 747Vesta
Length 4,200 mm165.4 in 4,410 mm173.6 in +210 mm +8.3 in +5.0%
Width 1,610 mm63.4 in 1,764 mm69.4 in +154 mm +6.1 in +9.6%
Height 1,380 mm54.3 in 1,497 mm58.9 in +117 mm +4.6 in +8.5%
Wheelbase 2,400 mm94.5 in 2,635 mm103.7 in +235 mm +9.3 in +9.8%
Fits a standard garage? YesYes

Difference vs Rapid Typ 743 / 747 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Size comparison to scale: Front and top views, inches →

Full specifications

Skoda RapidLada Vesta
General
Version Rapid Typ 743 / 747 · 130 · 43 kW (58 PS) 1.6 · 78 kW (106 PS)
Production years 1984–1990 2015–present
Body Coupe Sedan
Country Czech Republic No data
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 43 kW (58 PS) 58 hp 78 kW (106 PS) 105 hp Better
Power, all versions 23–92 kW (31–125 PS) 31–123 hp 78–107 kW (106–145 PS) 105–143 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 98 Nm 72 lb-ft No data
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. 153 km/h 95 mph No data
Power per tonne No data 66 kW/t 80 hp/ton calculated
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Engine 1,289 cc · 4 cyl 1.3 l 1,600 cc 1.6 l
Gearbox 5-speed manual 5-speed automated manual
Drive Rear-wheel drive No data
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,200 mm 165.4 in 4,410 mm 173.6 in
Width 1,610 mm 63.4 in 1,764 mm 69.4 in
Height 1,380 mm 54.3 in 1,497 mm 58.9 in
Wheelbase 2,400 mm 94.5 in 2,635 mm 103.7 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. No data 1,190 kg 2,624 lb
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. No data 480 l 17.0 cu ft

Better marks the stronger figure — only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).