1969 Mazda 1000 vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1969 Mazda 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000.
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, 1969 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 1000 | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 1000 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
