1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 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, 1991 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Tempra | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
