1961 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 141 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 Cabriolet (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Cabriolet | L |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
