2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
