1957 Ford 17M vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | 17M | L |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
