2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1962 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 705 kg more than 1962 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Skoda Felicia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 1962 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Croma | Felicia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |