2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 345 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
