1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Skoda L (44 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 500 | L |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
