1996 Skoda Felicia vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Felicia | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Felicia | 156 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
