1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, both 1961 Jaguar MK IX and 1961 Skoda Felicia were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 905 kg more than 1961 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
Model | MK IX | Felicia |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3779 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |