1978 Skoda L vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 28 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Skoda | Smart |
| Model | L | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 22 L |
