1975 Audi 50 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Audi 50 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 50 | L |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 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 | 685 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
