1962 Skoda Felicia vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 43 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Echo weights approximately 25 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, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Skoda Felicia | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Felicia | Echo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |