1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Duna | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
