1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1997 Skoda Felicia were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 515 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.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GTV | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
