1979 Skoda L vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Skoda L | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Skoda | Smart |
| Model | L | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
