1960 Skoda Felicia vs. 1961 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1961 Skoda 1202 is newer by 1 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Skoda Felicia (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
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, 1961 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Skoda Felicia | 1961 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Felicia | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
