2009 Honda Fit vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 636 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1979 Skoda L | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Fit | L |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |