1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ritmo | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
