1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | GTV | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
