1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | 145 | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
