1961 Skoda Felicia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 51 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 170 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Felicia | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Felicia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
