1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (81 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 113 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulia | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
