1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 140 kg more than 1961 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GTV | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
