1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Skoda |
| Model | 100 | L |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
