1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1972 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1972 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Festiva | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
