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Skoda Felicia II 1.3 (58 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)
II Overview:
Skoda Felicia (II). With 94 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 935 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15 s). The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Skoda Felicia (first generation, which the Felicia II is a facelift of) received a very poor 1-star Euro NCAP rating in 1997, with a warning of high risk of life-threatening injury. Safety was not a strong point.
1.3 (58 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A slight step up from the 54 Hp version, offering marginally better acceleration but still primarily suited for urban environments.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer good fuel economy, similar to other 1.3L variants, making it an economical choice for city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly affordable to buy and maintain
- • Practical and spacious for its class
- • Simple, robust mechanics are easy to repair
- • Good fuel economy on 1.3L petrol and 1.9D engines
- • Reliable for its age if well-maintained
Cons:
- • Very poor Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Limited performance, especially on smaller engines
- • High fuel consumption on the 1.6L petrol engine
- • Lacks modern comfort and safety features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (791): August, 1996 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Skoda |
| Model: | Felicia |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (58 Hp) |
| Start of production: | January, 1998 |
| End of production: | August, 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 58 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 45 Hp/l [2mm less] |
| Torque: | 94 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AMJ More details about the engine AMJ |
| Engine displacement: | 1289 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 72 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.1 kg/Hp, 62 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.9 kg/Nm, 100.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 935 |
| Max. weight: | 1420 |
| Max load: | 485 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 965 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 272 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3883 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Width: | 1635 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1420 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1380 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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