1962 Skoda Felicia vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1962 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo, 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda Felicia | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Felicia | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |
