1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 95 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 1600 | L |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
