1986 Skoda L vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Skoda L weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Skoda L | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | L | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
