1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1979 Fiat 127 is newer by 16 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Skoda Felicia (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Fiat 127, 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, 1963 Skoda Felicia (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
