1949 Holden FX vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1971 Skoda 1202 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Holden FX (51 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1949 Holden FX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Holden FX | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Holden | Skoda |
Model | FX | 1202 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 45 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |