1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 1989 Skoda Favorit is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Favorit weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit, 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, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulietta | Favorit |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
