1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 26 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), 1983 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda L weights approximately 357 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, 1983 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 500 | L |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
