1957 Riley Pathfinder 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 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 710 kg more than 1978 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 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley Pathfinder | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Riley | Skoda |
Model | Pathfinder | L |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |