1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1971 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (225 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1971 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 75 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
