1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 235 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Beta | L |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
