1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1976 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Skoda 110 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 1976 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Fiat Punto (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1976 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
