1951 Austin A vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Felicia (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Felicia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Skoda Felicia (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
