2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 525 kg more than 1982 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Bravo | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
