1978 Skoda L vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 525 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | L | 156 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
