2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 24 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 455 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Bravo | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
