1960 Skoda Felicia vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 40 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Skoda Felicia | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Felicia | 146 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
