1990 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 221 kg more than 1973 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1973 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |
