1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 825 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Zeta | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
