2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 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 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 80 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 997 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 | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
