1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 2 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Skoda L weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Vivace | L |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
