1983 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1973 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 316 | 110 L |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |