1961 Skoda Felicia vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 46 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 380 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Felicia | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Felicia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
