1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 215 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 1750 | L |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
