1978 Skoda L vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 347 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | L | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
