2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 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 Stilo (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Stilo | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
