1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 39 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Ritmo | L |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |