1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1960 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 1960 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
