2005 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 342 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, 2005 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 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 | 1167 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
