1958 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort 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 21 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 103 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Escort 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 1958 Ford Escort. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Felicia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |