1960 Skoda Felicia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 300 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Skoda Felicia 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 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (133 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Skoda Felicia | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Felicia | Bora |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
