2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1961 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-150 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
