1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Strada (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda L weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Fiat Strada (91 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1978 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Strada | L |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
