1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1959 Skoda Octavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Alfasud | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
