1991 Fiat Vivace vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Fiat Vivace is newer by 13 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Vivace | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Vivace | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 825 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 |
