2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 46 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Defender | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1089 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
