2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2325 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Excursion | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 47 L |
