1956 Opel Kapitan vs. 1972 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1972 Skoda 110 L is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Opel Kapitan (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Opel Kapitan should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Opel Kapitan | 1972 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Kapitan | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
