1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 267 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 75 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 75 | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
