1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulia | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
