1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1998 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Felicia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Skoda Felicia (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1998 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 1000 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
