1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 900 kg more than 1961 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Blazer | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
