1985 Skoda L vs. 1966 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (62 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Skoda L.
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, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1966 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 1966 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | L | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
