2004 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 380 kg more than 1963 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
