1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 47 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulietta | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
