1961 Austin 7 vs. 1975 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1975 Skoda 110 L is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Skoda 110 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Skoda 110 L (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Skoda 110 L should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Skoda 110 L weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Skoda 110 L (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Skoda 110 L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1975 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | 7 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 31 L |
