2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 282 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fiesta | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 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 | 99 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 | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
