1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 40 | L |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
