1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 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 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 177 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 126 | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
