2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 49 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Bravo | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |
