1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Spider | Felicia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |