1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 335 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (112 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Alfasud | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
