1960 Skoda Felicia vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 40 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 180 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Skoda Felicia 2000 Skoda Fabia
Make Skoda Skoda
Model Felicia Fabia
Year Released 1960 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 1390 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 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 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 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 45 L


 

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