1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 175 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, 1981 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Beta | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
