1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 794 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.
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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | S-Type | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
