1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 635 kg more than 1981 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Avanti | Skoda |
| Model | Avanti | L |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
