1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Skoda L weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GTA | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1046 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 | 790 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
