2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 52 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fiesta | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
