2003 Audi A2 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 25 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A2 weights approximately 70 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, 2003 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A2 | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
