1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 369 kg more than 1979 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 Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1979 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Zodiac | L |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |