I previously owned a 1983 Skoda Super Estelle equipped with a 1.3-liter engine located at the rear of the vehicle. The radiator was in front, as was the boot.
Despite its robust construction, this Skoda included coolant pipes extending from the rear engine to the front radiator. Additionally, distinct pipes were installed to connect to the cabin heater.
The engine technology was distinctly reminiscent of the 1970s, akin to that of a Morris Minor; yet, it functioned very well for its time, representing the pinnacle of Eastern European engineering.
The heater took an excessive amount of time to generate warm air during winter, much alone directing it onto the windscreen to defrost or defog; nevertheless, once the heat commenced, it was relentless.
It was specifically engineered for the frigid Arctic winters on the continent.
I recall a significant snowstorm impacting London approximately 25 years ago, during which the Skoda effortlessly withstood the incessant snowfall.
Excellent traction on snow, attributed to the rear engine's weight over the back axle. As long as you didn’t throw the car around in the snow…!!!
We are privileged to have remote climate control capabilities via our smartphones and efficient heat pumps that can do rapid defrosting.
Isn’t the evolution of technology fascinating?