1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1977 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 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 70 | L |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |
