1963 Skoda Felicia vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1963 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Skoda Felicia | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Felicia | V50 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
