1962 Skoda Felicia vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry, 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda Felicia | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Felicia | Camry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
