1991 Skoda L vs. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1991 Skoda L is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Skoda L | 1974 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | L | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
