1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 40 | L |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
