1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 17 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 271 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Caterham | Skoda |
| Model | Super 7 | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
