1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Alfa Romeo GTV 2001 Skoda Octavia
Make Alfa Romeo Skoda
Model GTV Octavia
Year Released 1996 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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