1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 430 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Sprint | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
