1985 Porsche 928 vs. 1962 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 460 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.
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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 1962 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 928 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
