1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Giulietta | L |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
