1983 Skoda L vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
| Model | L | i20 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2525 mm |
