2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 47 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 764 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Lumina 1960 Skoda Felicia
Make Chevrolet Skoda
Model Lumina Felicia
Year Released 2007 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 1089 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 49 HP
Torque 470 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 7.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1654 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 47 L


 

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