1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (124 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Giulia | Felicia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 124 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |