1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Fiat Vivace is newer by 5 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), 1990 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1990 Fiat Vivace, 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, both vehicles can yield 103 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Vivace | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Vivace | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 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 | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
