1997 Skoda Felicia vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aspire weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Felicia | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Felicia | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
