1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulietta | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
