1981 Skoda L vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1981 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Skoda L | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | L | 90 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1044 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |
