1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 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 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Vedette | L |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
