1991 Renault Express vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 31 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (58 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Renault Express.
Because 1960 Skoda Felicia 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 1960 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1991 Renault Express (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Express | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
