1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Mini Cooper | L |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |
