1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda L weights approximately 255 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 850 | L |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
