1961 Skoda Felicia vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda Felicia | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Felicia | Avensis |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |