2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | RX-8 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
