1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Alfasud | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
