1959 Skoda Octavia vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Skoda Octavia 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 1959 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Skoda Octavia | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Octavia | 164 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
