1980 Skoda L vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Skoda L | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | L | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
