1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 465 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
