2003 Maserati Spyder vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 875 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Spyder | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Spyder | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 31 L |
