2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1962 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 928 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.
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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1962 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XK | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |
