2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1972 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1972 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | i30 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 31 L |
