1977 AMC Matador vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 17 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 971 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | AMC | Skoda |
| Model | Matador | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 47 L |
