1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 720 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
