1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda L weights approximately 78 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Seven | L |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |
