1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1994 Skoda Felicia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Skoda Felicia (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1994 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 70 | Felicia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |