1961 Skoda Felicia vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 44 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 656 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Felicia | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Felicia | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
