1960 Skoda Felicia vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 605 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 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Skoda Felicia 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Skoda Subaru
Model Felicia Legacy
Year Released 1960 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 163 HP
Torque 74 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 64 L


 

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