1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Skoda L weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Fiesta (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fiesta | L |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
