1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | B6 | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
