1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 11 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), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 70 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Uno | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 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 | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
