1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 135 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
