1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 9 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 260 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 33 | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
