1960 Skoda Felicia vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 45 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
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, 2005 Suzuki Alto, 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Skoda Felicia | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Felicia | Alto |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
