1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 127 (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 127 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 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, 1971 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
