1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda L weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 133 | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
