1972 Skoda 110 L vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 165 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica 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 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | 110 L | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
