2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 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 Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
