2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 116 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Bantam | Felicia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |