2002 Ford Fusion vs. 1962 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion, 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, 2002 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 1962 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fusion | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
