1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Berlina | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
