1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 377 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Skoda |
| Model | Pantera | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
