1972 Fiat Dino vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Dino | L |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
