1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Giulietta | Felicia |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |