2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1044 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 Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| 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 | 935 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
