1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 1300 | L |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |