1995 Renault Laguna vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 470 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 1961 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 1961 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Laguna | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 38 L |
