2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 327 kg more than 1981 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 Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Stilo | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
