1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1964 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1964 Skoda Felicia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Skoda Felicia (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 11 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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, 1964 Skoda Felicia (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1964 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
