1999 Seat Formula vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 21 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Formula weights approximately 75 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, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Formula | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Formula | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
