1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 33 | L |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1046 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 | 942 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 |
