1983 Skoda L vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda L weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | L | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
