1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 5 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, 1983 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 127 | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
