1997 Skoda Felicia vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 58 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1997 Skoda Felicia (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Felicia | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Felicia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
