2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Spider | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
