2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
