2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 230 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | 500 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
