1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Skoda L weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 128 | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
