1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,044 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Skoda L weights approximately 235 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 750 | L |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
