1996 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 405 kg more than 1975 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1975 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | 110 L |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |