1990 Honda NSX vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia

To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 29 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 465 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.

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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda NSX 1961 Skoda Felicia
Make Honda Skoda
Model NSX Felicia
Year Released 1990 1961
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 72 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 38 L


 

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