1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alpina B6 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 1992 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | B6 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
