1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 34 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 420 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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Prelude | Felicia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |