1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 75 | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
