1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 105 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 Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Spider | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
