1964 Skoda Felicia vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 70 kg more than 1964 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Skoda Felicia | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Felicia | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
