1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1984 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Alfa 6 | L |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
