1976 Fiat 127 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 127 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
