2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | ML | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |
