1962 Skoda Felicia vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 44 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Skoda Felicia | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Skoda | Smart |
Model | Felicia | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 33 L |