1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1963 Skoda Felicia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Skoda Felicia (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Alpine | Skoda |
| Model | A 108 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 30 L |
