1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1979 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 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1966 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | GT 40 | L |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 38 L |
