2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 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 Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Idea | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
