1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GT | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72.1 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 | 980 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
