2001 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 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, 2001 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Punto | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
