1962 BMW 700 vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1962 BMW 700 is newer by 1 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, 1961 Skoda Felicia (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1961 Skoda Felicia (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 700 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
