1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 33 | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
