1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 1999 Skoda Octavia and 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 1999 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1999 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Skoda Octavia | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Skoda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Octavia | 156 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |