2007 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 597 kg more than 1977 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 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
