1999 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, 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, 1999 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1971 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |
