1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
