1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Innocenti Mini is newer by 1 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 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Innocenti | Skoda |
| Model | Mini | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
