1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Skoda L weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Seicento | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| 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 | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
