1976 Mini MK IV vs. 1975 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1976 Mini MK IV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Skoda 110 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Skoda 110 L (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Skoda 110 L should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Skoda 110 L weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini MK IV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Skoda 110 L (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Skoda 110 L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK IV | 1975 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Mini | Skoda |
| Model | MK IV | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
