1978 Skoda L vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 33 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | L | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
