1972 Skoda 110 L vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Skoda 110 L | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | 110 L | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 63 L |
