1996 Ford Taurus vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Ford Taurus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 702 kg more than 1963 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus, 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, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Taurus | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
