1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | L |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
