1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1985 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Fiat Uno (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1985 Skoda L | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Uno | L |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |