Skoda Felicia I Fun (797) 1.6 (75 Hp)
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Skoda Felicia:
The Škoda Felicia is a supermini car produced by the Czech carmaker Škoda Auto from 1994 to 2001. It was the last model on Škoda's own platform, but was one of the first models to benefit from Škoda Auto's takeover by the German company Volkswagen Group. The Felicia was a heavily reworked version of the Favorit, retaining its core structure but with new outer panelwork to give it a fresh, more modern appearance, with a redesigned front end and a wider range of VW-sourced engines....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Fun (797) Overview:
Skoda Felicia (I Fun (797)). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1035 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 163 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offers the best balance of power for the Felicia I Fun, providing adequate acceleration and capability for light loads and mixed driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a petrol engine of its era, acceptable for its performance but not class-leading.
Best Use Case:
Mixed (City/Light Highway)
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent affordability and low running costs
- • Highly practical and versatile load bed
- • Simple, robust, and easy to maintain mechanics
- • Compact size for urban maneuverability
Cons:
- • Very poor safety rating by modern standards
- • Basic and unrefined interior comfort
- • Limited performance, especially with smaller engines
- • Dated design and technology
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Skoda |
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| Model: | Felicia |
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| Generation: | I Fun (797) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (75 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1997 |
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| End of production: | 2000 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Pick-up |
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| Seats: | 4 |
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| Doors: | 2 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4500 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 46.9 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 135 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AEE |
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| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.9 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1035 |
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| Max. weight: | 1480 |
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| Max load: | 445 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 743 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 477 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4245 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1680 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1465 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1420 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1400 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 165/80 R13 |
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| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 13 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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