1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 125 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 1983 Skoda L | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 125 | L |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 960 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |