1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 28 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1961 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 1961 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Uno | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
