1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1984 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 1750 | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 828 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
