1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 115 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 33 | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
