1958 Ford Popular vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1972 Skoda 1202 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Popular | 1202 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |