1995 Peugeot 106 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 106 (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 106 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 106 | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
