1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1990 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulietta | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 47 L |
