2008 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 217 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 30 L |
