1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1981 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. Both 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA and 1981 Skoda Rapid R are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 62 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | GTA | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |