1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 124 weights approximately 85 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, 1967 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | L |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
