1967 Simca 1501 vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 42 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501.
Because 1967 Simca 1501 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 1967 Simca 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Simca 1501 | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Simca | Skoda |
Model | 1501 | Felicia |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1473 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |