1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 301 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Skoda L (90 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 750 | L |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
