2001 Honda Insight vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Insight weights approximately 21 kg more than 1980 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 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Insight | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
