1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Skoda L weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fiesta | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
