2007 Ford Ka vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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 Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ka | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
