1960 Skoda Felicia vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 644 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Skoda Felicia | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Skoda | Ford |
Model | Felicia | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |