1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GT | L |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
