1969 Fiat 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Skoda L weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 850 | 1979 Skoda L | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | 850 | L |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |