1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 26 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1963 Skoda Felicia 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 1963 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Alfasud | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
