1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. Both 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1997 Skoda Felicia are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Spider | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
