1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 600 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | L |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| 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 | 8.8:1 | 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 | 825 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 |
