1956 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1970 Skoda 1202 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,100 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 340 Spider | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4100 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1105 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
