2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 440 kg more than 1977 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 Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Grande Punto | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
