1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 15 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, 1997 Fiat Punto (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
