2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Skoda L weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1986 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
