1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1971 Skoda 110 L is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Skoda 110 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Skoda 110 L (43 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Skoda 110 L should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda 110 L weights approximately 275 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1971 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 500 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
