1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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 GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GTA | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 885 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 |
