1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 82 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Fulvia | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
