1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda L weights approximately 133 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
