1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 12 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 102 kg more than 1984 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 Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Duna | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
