1960 Skoda Felicia vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 34 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 158 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1960 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 1960 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1994 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Skoda Felicia | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Felicia | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
