1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 535 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 90 | L |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
