1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 682 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | Felicia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 437 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |