2001 Fiat Brava vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Fiat Brava is newer by 19 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Brava weights approximately 215 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, 2001 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Brava | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Brava | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
