1978 Skoda L vs. 1980 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1980 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 1980 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | L | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 33 L |
