2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Skoda L.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 890 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 |
