2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 291 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fiesta | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
