1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
