1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Alfetta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
