1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda L weights approximately 66 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 40 | L |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |
