2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Seicento | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
