1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulietta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
