1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 455 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 70 | L |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 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 Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 |
