2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1964 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 29 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Because 1964 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 1964 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1964 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
