1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1987 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 9 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 15 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, 1987 Fiat Ritmo (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Ritmo | L |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
