1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1992 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. Both 1968 Alfa Romeo GT and 1992 Skoda Rapid R are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 128 kg more than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | GT | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |