1974 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda L weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Civic | 1982 Skoda L | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | L |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |