2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 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 Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Sportwagon | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
