1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ritmo | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1046 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 | 80.1 mm | 68.1 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 | 860 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 |
