1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Vivace (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1960 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 1960 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Vivace | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
