1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 600 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1984 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | L |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
