2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (118 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 140 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Roadster | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
